Gerry Joseph Dempsey

June 16, 1949 – March 6, 2015

With sad hearts we announce Gerry’s death following a sudden illness. He died peacefully in the arms of his wife and soulmate Laura Moore-Dempsey, daughters Erin (Grant Streeter) and Kiley (Paul Coyle) Moore-Dempsey and sister Anne Dempsey. His cherished granddaughter Emily Streeter, son-in-law Grant, Paul, brother Frank Dempsey, niece Lauren Dempsey and dog Harley were close by. Also left to grieve are his mother, Jean Dempsey, sister-in-law Sheila Dempsey, niece Eileen Sutherland, mother and father in-law Anne and Paul Moore, brother in-law Paul James, and many other relatives, friends and coworkers. His father Frank and sister-in-law Mary Moore predeceased him. Gerry was respected in business for his negotiation skills and was a mentor to many. He was a loyal Edmonton Oilers fan, a former competitive hockey player, and golfer. He enjoyed photography, was a sports fan and an avid boater. Thank you for all the prayers and support during his devastating illness. Special appreciation goes to Richmond General Hospital Emergency and ICU and to St. Paul`s ICU staff. A remembrance and memorial for Gerry will be held Wednesday, March 11, 7pm at Elgin Hall, 14250 Crescent Road, Surrey, BC. No flowers please. Donations to SPH ICU department http://www.helpstpauls.com/wp-content/uploads/new_donation_form.pdf or The Burn Fund http://www.burnfund.org/ways-to-help/donate/ or La Gonave Community & Child Association, Haiti www.communityandchildhaiti.ca would be appreciated.

Gerry may your spirit soar with the eagles forever.